Scientific Games:
Scientific Games is the global leader in lottery games, sports betting and technology, and the partner of choice for government lotteries. From cutting-edge backend systems to exciting entertainment experiences and trailblazing retail and digital solutions, we elevate play every day. We push game designs to the next level and are pioneers in data analytics and iLottery. Built on a foundation of trusted partnerships, Scientific Games combines relentless innovation, legendary performance, and unwavering security to responsibly propel the global lottery industry ever forward.
Position Summary
Job Title: Senior Manager, Software Engineering
Experience: 18+ Years
Education: B.Tech / B.E
Education Type: Full Time
Position Overview:
This position carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include leading and mentoring engineering teams, planning and delegating work, performance management, resource allocation, delivery governance, and resolving team issues.
The role will lead one or more software engineering teams responsible for designing and delivering scalable lottery products and platforms using Java full stack technologies, Vue.js for UI development, and Rust-based services/components where applicable.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & People Management
- Lead and manage one or more software engineering teams responsible for product development and delivery.
- Hire, mentor, coach, and develop engineering talent.
- Drive team performance through regular feedback, goal setting, and development plans.
- Support recruitment, team structuring, and succession planning.
- Build a strong engineering culture focused on quality, ownership, and innovation.
Delivery & Project Management
- Own end-to-end delivery of software solutions with focus on quality, scalability, and timely release.
- Work closely with Product Management, Program Management, and Architecture teams to define priorities and roadmaps.
- Establish project goals, sprint plans, milestones, and resource plans.
- Track progress, risks, dependencies, and delivery metrics.
- Ensure delivery meets quality standards and business expectations.
Technical Leadership – Java Full Stack
- Lead the design and development of enterprise-grade applications using Java full stack technologies.
- Drive backend architecture and solution design using:
- Java
- Spring Boot / Microservices
- REST APIs
- distributed systems
- Provide technical oversight for frontend application development using Vue.js.
- Guide the team on UI architecture, component design, performance optimization, and reusable front-end frameworks.
- Support development or integration of Rust-based services / high-performance modules where required.
- Ensure engineering best practices in coding standards, design patterns, code reviews, and CI/CD.
Architecture & Engineering Excellence
- Translate business requirements into technical solutions and actionable engineering plans.
- Collaborate with architects and senior engineers on solution design and platform improvements.
- Drive adoption of modern engineering practices and frameworks.
- Stay updated with latest trends in Java ecosystem, UI frameworks, and systems programming technologies like Rust.
- Lead performance tuning, application stability, and scalability improvements.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Management
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product, QA, DevOps, Security, and Support teams.
- Partner with other engineering managers and team leads platform and process improvements.
- Communicate engineering updates, risks, and delivery status to leadership.
Required Skills:
Leadership & Delivery
- Minimum 15 years of software development experience, with significant experience in leading software engineering teams
- Proven experience in people management and engineering leadership
- Strong experience in resource planning, sprint tracking, and delivery governance
Technical Skills
- Strong hands-on experience in Java Full Stack Development
- Expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices
- Strong experience in Vue.js / modern UI frameworks
- Exposure to Rust programming for backend services / performance modules
- Experience with cloud platforms, DevOps, and CI/CD pipelines preferred
Behavioral Skills
- Strong problem-solving and analytical ability
- Excellent collaboration and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced product environment
- Strong ownership mindset and attention to detail
Qualifications
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